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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1897
Page
3
A fragmented account reflects labor unrest and political tempers in Linton. Democrats deride farmers and wage earners while wheat prices falter, hinting at broader economic strain and pre-election rhetoric. The piece recalls Alaska purchase criticism and vows of political retribution.
Transfers recorded for properties in multiple parcels including Edith C Candler to John Russell, Zilpha M Gregory to H F Vollmer, M Cosby subdivisions, Lilla Vollmer to Elizabeth Sloan, and multiple others. Consideration totals reach 22,234 with numerous lot transfers, blocks, and subdivisions across Washington and adjacent areas.
The court processed numerous highway petitions across townships including Harrison, Van Buren, Madison and Veale. Viewers were appointed for many requests while liquor license actions and remonstrances were addressed, with several petitions dismissed or granted and roads opened or changed.
The City of Washington petitions the Board of County Commissioners to annex Braners Woods in the citys northwestern limits. Several residences exist on the land but owners filed no remonstrance. A remonstrance hearing is set for Monday through the attorney John Downey to challenge the proposed annexation.
The board approved Swickard's cost estimate of 82 506.96 to clean the core ditch after Ben Netta was denied a license. Swickard was instructed to file a final report. The action was ordered with the date noted as October 6, 1897.
Clay Alford, charged with being implicated with Ledgerwood in stealing a horse from James Todd of Barr township, pleads not guilty. Ledgerwood’s identification is disputed, alibi claims surface, and supporters believe Alford will prove innocence at the preliminary trial set for Tuesday morning.
A reader letter column discusses the Gazette stance on injunctions and right, compares newspaper votes with The Gazette leading to potential delinquent accounts, mentions Uncle Tom Wadsworth finding granite on his farm and possible prosperity, Judge Herron holding court in Martin state, a brief count of prisoners at the prison, and wheat hitting around a dollar with prices rising in New York and Baltimore as bears retreat.
Local cyclists plan a road race in the near future likely to start late this month or early next. The course runs to Montgomery and back via State road with four or five prizes for winners. Louis Imanudt, top rider, leads the effort with support from the A W club.
Isiah Henry Read died Friday at his family residence in Nervyville after months of stomach trouble dropsy and heart disease. Surrounded by his wife and most children he passed at 9 30 pm. He was born in 1844 and had two marriages producing eight children three of whom survive. The family described him as a good citizen with many warm friends.
A display of low priced goods shows shoes, hats, and notions at Racket Store. The ad highlights affordable footwear, up to date felt hats at 69 cents, and a wide stock of sewing and household items including cans, brushes, needles, thread, and writing materials.
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